European Union

EU Connectivity and Competitiveness: BEREC Chair's Remarks

BEREC Chair Marko Mišmaš emphasized the critical role of connectivity in strengthening European sovereignty and competitiveness at the Future Connectivity Summit Europe. Discussions focused on modernizing the Digital Networks Act, fostering investment, and ensuring secure and resilient networks.

BEREC Public Debriefing on Expert Work

BEREC will host an online public debriefing on March 19, 2026, to present recent expert work and adopted documents. The event will also announce a call for early stakeholder input on the BEREC Work Programme 2027 and launch public consultations on key regulatory themes.

Public Consultation: BEREC Draft Report on Switching and Termination Contracts

BEREC has launched a public consultation on its draft report concerning challenges and best practices in switching and terminating telecommunications contracts. Interested parties can submit contributions until January 30, 2026. The report aims to identify persistent issues and successful national solutions related to Article 106 of the EECC.

BEREC Consultation on Updated Network Deployment Survey Guidelines

BEREC has launched a public consultation on draft updated Guidelines for geographical surveys of network deployment. The consultation seeks stakeholder input on proposed amendments to existing guidelines, which are intended to reflect technological developments and new EU legislation. The deadline for submitting comments is February 9, 2026.

BEREC Consultation on 5G Network Slicing and Open Internet Regulation

BEREC has launched a public consultation seeking input on the compatibility of 5G network slicing with the EU's Open Internet Regulation. Stakeholders are invited to submit contributions by February 13, 2026, to inform BEREC's further guidance on this matter.

BEREC Call for Inputs on Work Programme 2027

BEREC is seeking input from stakeholders for its 2027 Work Programme. Interested parties can submit project proposals using a provided template by April 15, 2026. This consultation informs the draft Work Programme, which will be subject to a public consultation in October 2026.

Public Consultation on Draft BEREC Work Programme 2026

BEREC has launched a public consultation on its Draft Work Programme for 2026. Stakeholders are invited to submit their contributions by November 3, 2025. The programme outlines BEREC's strategic priorities for the upcoming year, focusing on connectivity, competition, digital market development, and citizen interests.

ESMA EBA Consultation on Suitability Guidelines for Management Body Members

The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) and the European Banking Authority (EBA) have launched a consultation on draft joint guidelines for assessing the suitability of management body members and key function holders. The consultation period runs until May 25, 2026.

EBA Consultation on Suitability Questionnaire Standards

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has launched a consultation on draft Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) specifying the minimum content for suitability questionnaires, CVs, and internal assessments. The consultation period closes on May 25, 2026.

Consultation on Prudential Transactions Under CRD

The European Banking Authority (EBA) has closed its consultation on technical standards for prudentially material transactions under the Capital Requirements Directive (CRD). The consultation period ran from December 5, 2025, to March 5, 2026, and several industry responses were received.